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On St. Patrick’s Day—Tuesday, March 17—millions of people around the world will don green and celebrate the Irish with parades, good cheer, and of course, a drink! To spice up your beverage selection in anticipation of the holiday, we will be releasing one recommendation each day for the next 5 days. We hope to help you and your loved ones sip on some traditional Irish libations, as well as inspire you to add some twists to timeless classics. No matter where the celebrations take you, we encourage you to try these out responsibly.

Although we all enjoy celebrating every year in March, many don’t know the real reason behind the festivities. St. Patrick was the Patron Saint of Ireland, but like so many of us participating in this holiday, he wasn’t even Irish. He was born in Britain, and died on March 17, 461. The celebration in memory of his death was first observed in the United States in Boston, Massachusetts in 1737. Throughout the centuries it has turned into a worldwide celebration that everyone can enjoy (not just the Irish Catholics!). St. Paddy’s day is particularly large in America, as there are 39.6 million US residents with Irish ancestry, and tons more who are just Irish for the day!

Our first suggestion, believe it or not, is “the most talked about American Blonde in years.” While many of you may be thinking Taylor Swift or Channing Tatum, it’s actually theGuinness Blonde American Lager.

Guinness goes Blonde with the first beer released in their new highly anticipated discovery series. And we promise, this link to American Blondes is completely safe for work!

This beer is the first collaboration between the Guinness Factory in Dublin, Ireland and the Latrobe Brewery in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, USA. It is made with the 125-year-old traditional Guinness yeast, but reimagined with American hops and brewing techniques. We think that this is the perfect beer for Americans celebrating St. Pat on this side of the pond! After all, everyone loves an Irish-American blonde, don’t they?

For day two we present to you a beer with a fun and rebellious spirit: Smithwick’s!

To sound authentic when ordering this at the bar, make sure to pronounce it “Smiddicks”.

Smithwick’s is the oldest Irish red ale style beer from Kilkenny, Ireland. Complete with hints of caramel, orange marmalade, campfire smoke and fresh citrus, this complex beverage is sure to be one of your favorites beyond the holiday.

It has always been a fan favorite. When it was first sent to America in 1950, the whole shipment was stolen off the docks of the Boston Harbor. It was so good that the locals kept it for themselves, rather than dumping it into the water.

We suggest pairing this ale with a burger, meatloaf, steak or a margarita pizza. We have found it to be particularly enjoyable with sharp cheddar and mild blue cheeses.

-2,300: Glasses of Baileys enjoyed every minute around the world.-180: Countries where Baileys is sold.-50: Percent of spirits exported from Ireland bare the Baileys label.-220 Million: Liters of milk used to make the fresh cream in Bailey’s each year; 38,000 dairy cows produce the milk on 1,500 farms, primarily on Ireland’s east coast.

While there are endless concoctions that can be bolstered with the delicious Irish cream, our favorite way to enjoy Baileys is on the rocks. A tip from the pros: put your glass in the freezer a few hours in advance for a frosty chill.

Looking to switch it up from the classic? Baileys has many new and exciting flavors. Try out Chocolate Cherry, Salted Caramel, and Vanilla Cinnamon this St. Paddy’s day.

On day 4 we suggest a drink that both bourbon lovers and beer enthusiasts can enjoy: a Wilde Old Fashioned. Named after the legendary Irish poet and writer Oscar Wilde, this cocktail combines a rich tradition with a bold new twist.

You might have expected for us to choose an Irish whiskey for this cocktail, but our favorite cocktails are built with bourbon. They have more flavor and complexity than whiskeys, which means they won’t get lost in the drink! So, keeping with the theme of celebrating St. Pat’s influence on the culture of Ireland, we chose to mix the bourbon with distinctly Irish Guinness!

1. Stir all ingredients in an ice filled mixing glass.
2. Strain over large ice cube.
3. Garnish with a large orange peel

Happy St. Patrick’s Day Lads and Lassies! As I’m sure you may have guessed, on day 5 we suggest a traditional Guinness Draught! After all, it is the ultimate St. Patrick’s Day beverage.

Not only is this the beer of Ireland and beverage of choice for many who call the land home, it is the perfect drink for a day full of eating and drinking. Contrary to popular belief, it is light and thin, allowing those of you who are still sticking to New Years Resolutions to be happy. Believe it or not, there are only 125 calories in each 12 oz pint-sized glass. Guinness uses a unique Nitrogen/Carbon Dioxide mix to push the beer through the lines and into your glass. Unlike most other beers, it consists of 75% nitrogen and 25% carbon dioxide. Nitrogen is the reason for the thick, creamy head that is easily recognizable on a Guinness. The bubbles it creates are much smaller than CO2 bubbles, meaning you don’t get as full–this crafty trick allows us to save room for lots of corned beef and cabbage.

To ensure you are drinking the best pint of Guinness possible every time you choose the Irish stout, watch this video to learn about the perfect pour! We promise it really does make all the difference!

For those of you choosing not to drink this St. Patrick’s Day, it is very easy to incorporate Guinness into your delicious holiday recipes! From tenderizing beef in a classic meat-and-potatoes Irish stew, to drizzling it on vanilla ice cream we promise it adds wonderful flavor to whatever sweet treat or hearty meal you are making! Find some great recipes here: https://www.guinnesshooley.com/food-recipes

However you choose to celebrate this history-rich tradition, always remember to enjoy responsibly!